Chinese phrase
先预订 xiān yù dìng
Meaning
book ahead
When to use it
The phrase refers to reserving a place in advance. It is common for restaurants, hotels, and events when spaces may be limited.
Example dialogue
我们今晚去那家新开的餐厅，要不要先预订？ wǒ men jīn wǎn qù nà jiā xīn kāi de cān tīng yào bú yào xiān yù dìng
We are going to that new restaurant tonight. Should we book ahead?
好，我去订位，几点合适？ hǎo wǒ qù dìng wèi jí diǎn hé shì
Sure, I will book a table. What time works?